Throttle Valve
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The throttle valve plate is electronically operated to regulate intake air flow by the ECM. The purpose is for precision throttle operation, OBD compliant for fault monitoring, DSC and cruise control. This integrated electronic throttle reduces extra control modules, wiring, and sensors. Adjusting electronic throttles is not permitted, the throttle assembly must be replaced as a unit. The adaptation values must be cleared and adaptation procedure must be performed using the DISplus/GT1.